1996 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 864 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A3 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |
